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Morty’s fried chicken burger.

Morty’s Joint

A proper local’s hangout for first-rate fried chicken and craft beer.

Morty’s fried chicken burger.

The Good Food Guide to a road trip through Coffs Harbour and the Mid North Coast

From restaurants and bars to bakeries and burger joints, here are our top picks for spending a delicious few days in this rapidly changing coastal region.

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Bar Que Sera in Sawtell.

Bar Que Sera

Easy-going bar in a cracking coastal town.

Go-to dish: Mafaldine with tiger prawns and fermented chilli butter.
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A city-style wine bar in NSW's best-kept holiday secret

Callan Boys gets those holiday vibes flowing at Sawtell's breezy Bar Que Sera.

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Split Cafe

Partly for the whip-smart service, partly for the more-than-decent coffee, and mainly due to the excellent eggy breakfasts, smoothies and all-round atmosphere, this is Sawtell’s cafe of choice.

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Split cafe

You're lucky to snare a table at this everpopular sidewalk spot, with its lovely coffee, big serves ...

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Sawtell Hotel

The locals know the Saturday drill: arrive early and get the pick of the best fish on the menu. ...